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Telxon PTC-960RL User Manual

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  • Page 1 PTC-960RL User's Guide...
  • Page 2 On December 1, 2000 Symbol Technologies, Inc. completed the purchase of Telxon Corporation. References made throughout this document to "Telxon" or "Telxon Corporation" are be replaced with "Symbol" or "Symbol Technologies, Inc.", respectively. Any questions, contact your Symbol representative. © 2000 by Symbol Technologies, Inc. All rights reserved.
  • Page 3 PTC-960RL User’s Guide...
  • Page 4 PTC-960RL User’s Guide Part Number: 21568-701-02 Release Date: 7/22/96...
  • Page 5 The information contained in this manual is subject to change without notice. Telxon Corporation shall not be liable for technical or editorial omissions or mistakes in this manual nor shall it be liable for incidental or consequential damages resulting from your use of the information contained in this manual.

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    ......Unpacking the PTC-960RL ....
  • Page 7 Handling the PTC-960RL ....Storing the PTC-960RL ....
  • Page 8 Replacing the battery ......Replacing the nickel-cadmium battery pack ..Removing the battery pack .

  • Page 9: Regulations

    Regulations General regulations FCC statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.

  • Page 10: If Your Ptc Contains A Dataspan Spread Spectrum Radio

    The FCC ID is on a label on the back of the unit. DOC statement The PTC-960RL’s radio is also approved for use in Canada. The PTC-960RL uses a spread spectrum radio transceiver that qualifies for unlicensed use.

  • Page 11: Safety Information

    Never attempt to incinerate a nickel-cadmium battery; doing so could cause it to explode. Telxon urges you to contact the Environmental Protection Agency, the Department of Natural Resources, a local hazardous...

  • Page 12: Using The Internal Short-Range Laser Scanner

    Using the internal short-range laser scanner 1. Laser light exits the PTC through this opening. Do not stare into the beam! 2. CAUTION! This Class II laser product emits up to a 1-milliwatt beam of laser light. Do not stare into the beam! 3.

  • Page 13: Scope Of The Manual

    Scope of the manual This manual provides general information on the PTC-960RL’s parts, features, and accessories. It also explains how to operate and maintain the PTC. This manual does not include the specific operating instructions for your organization’s unique data collection program.

  • Page 14: Overview Of The Ptc-960Rl

    Entering data Entering data into the PTC-960RL is easy. You can key in data through the keyboard or scan bar codes with the internal laser scanner. Additionally, data can be received through an optional internal DATASPAN spread spectrum radio.

  • Page 15: With The Internal Laser Scanner

    The PTC-960RL can transmit data through its optional internal radio, via an optional communication cradle, or by being connected by cable to a host computer, printer, or other accessory.

  • Page 16: Getting Started

    Getting started Unpacking the PTC-960RL Any additional accessories are Each shipping box contains shipped separately. • a PTC-960RL with a handstrap, • a nickel-cadmium battery pack or a 9-volt alkaline battery, • a battery charger (if ordered), • a Guide to Maintaining NiCd Batteries, •...

  • Page 17: Charging The Nickel-Cadmium Battery Pack

    The PTC’s Charging LED glows. 5. Charge the battery pack for 12 hours. 6. When charging is finished, disconnect the charger from the PTC and the outlet. Turning on the PTC-960RL 1. Press the ON/OFF key to turn on the PTC-960RL.

  • Page 18: Checking The Ptc-960Rl

    • A low-battery warning • A blank display screen • Any warning beeps Repeat the steps in this chapter if your PTC-960RL is not operating properly. If the problem persists, refer to the “Troubleshooting” section on page 34.

  • Page 19: Parts

    Parts Figures 1 on the following pages show and describe the external parts of the PTC-960RL. The parts listed below are internal and, therefore, are not shown in either of the figures. Flash EPROM A flash EPROM is an electronic component installed inside the PTC.
  • Page 20 7. Charging LED 1. The PTC-960RL’s keyboard can be used to enter data into the PTC and to perform special functions, such as turning the unit on or off. 2. The Backlight button turns the screen’s backlight on or off. It can also be used to control screen contrast. See page 22 for instructions.
  • Page 21 Figure 2. The PTC-960RL (back, bottom, and side view) 1. Scanner lens 2. Laser scanner 3. Handstrap bracket 6. Battery compartment 5. Optical coupler 4. Micro DB-15 connector 1. The laser light emitted from the PTC’s internal laser scanner exits the unit through this lens.

  • Page 22: Features

    The exact length of time depends on your application program. Automatic return at on When you turn off the PTC-960RL (or when the PTC turns itself off), it remembers where it was in the application. Then, when you turn the PTC back on, it returns to that same point in the application.

  • Page 23: Backup Battery

    See the manual or information provided by your organization. Clock The PTC-960RL has a built-in clock that keeps track of the date (month, day, year, and day of the week) and the time (hours, minutes, seconds, and tenths of seconds).

  • Page 24: Display Contrast

    In TCAL, start at the system prompt and press the Down Arrow key and then the Backlight button. Memory The PTC-960RL’s internal memory is used to store your organization’s application program and the data you type or scan into the PTC. Refer to...

  • Page 25: Scanning Bar-Code Labels

    Follow this procedure to scan bar-code labels with the PTC-960RL’s built-in laser scanner. $Do not stare into the PTC’s laser 1. Point the PTC-960RL at the label to be scanned. beam or point the scanner at any- Because the scanner can be rotated, the label can one’s eyes.
  • Page 26 Figure 3. Scanning bar-code labels Make sure the scan line extends beyond both sides of the bar code If the scan is not successful, move If the scan is successful, the green Good Scan closer to the bar-code label and try LED glows, and the PTC beeps.

  • Page 27: Communicating Data

    See the manual or instructions provided by your organization for details on conducting communication sessions. The PTC-960RL is designed to use its internal radio as its primary means of communicating with a host computer, but it can also communicate by being...

  • Page 28: Connecting A Cable

    Using the optical communication cradle Refer to the SC-960RL/SC-960L User’s The PTC-960RL’s optical coupler converts electronic Guide for instructions on using the signals inside the PTC into pulses of light that can be PTC-960RL with the cradle.
  • Page 29 When the PTC-960RL is placed in the cradle, an optical coupler on the cradle senses the pulses of light from the PTC and converts them into electronic signals for direct communication to the host computer or, with an external modem, for transmission over telephone lines.

  • Page 30: Maintaining The Ptc-960Rl

    Make sure all accessories connected by cable are connected correctly and the correct cables are used. • Use only Telxon-approved batteries and accessories. Do not attempt to connect any electrical device that is not part of your PTC-960RL system to the PTC.

  • Page 31: Storing The Ptc-960Rl

    -20 degrees F (-29 degrees C) or above 140 degrees F (60 degrees C). • Do not store the PTC-960RL in a damp or humid environment. 1. Transfer any data stored in the PTC to a host computer or another PTC or print the data. See the manuals or instructions for your organization’s application program for directions.

  • Page 32: Servicing The Ptc-960Rl

    If the PTC-960RL becomes extremely dirty or if liquids, dirt, or other foreign materials get inside the case, contact your Telxon service representative. Servicing the PTC-960RL Do not attempt to service the PTC. Only a trained Telxon technician may service the PTC. Follow the procedures set up by your organization to have the PTC serviced properly.

  • Page 33: Replacing The Battery

    PTC-960RL and replace it with a new one. The proximately 20 minutes. After that, Low Battery icon appears on the PTC’s display when all programs and data will be lost.

  • Page 34: Installing A New Battery Pack

    Exposed battery contacts Installing a new battery pack 1. Hold the new battery pack over the battery compartment, making sure the Telxon label is facing you and the exposed battery contacts are facing down. See Figure 4. 2. Insert the bottom end of the battery pack (with the exposed contacts) into the compartment first and then lower the opposite end.

  • Page 35: Installing A New Alkaline Battery

    Installing a new alkaline battery 1. Snap the battery cable onto the replacement battery. 2. Insert the foam block into the battery ! Use the alkaline battery only when compartment, if it is not already installed. the foam block is installed; other- wise, the battery case may short out 3.

  • Page 36: Troubleshooting

    Make sure the bar-code label you are trying to scan is one of the bar-code types your scanner has been programmed to recognize. • Move the PTC-960RL closer to or farther away from the bar-code label. You may not be scanning at the correct distance. •...

  • Page 37: Other Problems

    If your PTC still does not establish contact, follow your organization’s procedure to have the PTC serviced. Other problems If you experience any other problems with your PTC-960RL, notify your Telxon service representative or contact the Telxon Customer Support Center at 1-800-800-8010.

  • Page 38: Specifications

    Appendix Specifications Display Type: FSTN LCD Size: 8 lines by 21 characters Screen icons: Shift Mode Enabled, Caps Lock Enabled, Func1 Is Activated, Func2 Is Activated, RF Out of Range, Low Battery Resolution: 128 x 64 graphic pixels Electrical Battery power: 7.2-volt, 500-mAh rechargeable nickel- cadmium battery pack (standard);...

  • Page 39: Memory

    Memory RAM: 128 KB, expandable to 1 MB ROM: 256-KB OS flash EPROM 256-KB application flash EPROM Physical Length: 9.5 in/24.1 cm Width: 3.0 in/7.6 cm (at the display) 2.64 in/6.7 cm (at the keyboard) Depth: 1.4 in/3.6 cm (at the keyboard) Weight: 16.4 oz/.47 kg (with alkaline battery) 17.9 oz/.51 kg (with battery pack)

  • Page 40: Bar-Code Types Supported

    Appendix Bar-code types supported Other bar-code types may be avail- The PTC-960RL can be programmed to read and able. Contact your Telxon repre- automatically discriminate between up to ten of the sentative for more information. following bar-code types. See the information provided by your organization for the specific bar-code types your PTC-960RL is programmed to read.

  • Page 41: Accessory Part Numbers

    Appendix Accessory part numbers Table 1 contains part numbers for ordering PTC-960RL accessory hardware. Table 1. Accessory part numbers Item Part number Accessories 9-volt alkaline battery 11695-000 Alkaline battery cable 20212-001 Alkaline battery foam block 20815-000 Battery charger (AC adapter with DB-15)
  • Page 42 Item Part number Manuals Guide to Maintaining NiCd Batteries 16488-000 Guide to the Flash Utilities (TCAL or MS-DOS Version) 16541-000 SC-960RL/SC-960L User’s Guide 21570-000...

  • Page 43: Communication Connections

    This chapter provides information on the connections used to establish and maintain communication between the PTC-960RL and other devices. Table 2 lists the pinouts for the PTC-960RL’s micro DB-15 connector. All I/O lines are directional and support RS-232 voltage levels.
  • Page 44 Figure 6. Pigtail micro DB-15-to-DB-25 adapter cable (w/ charging jack), P/N 20955-002 PTC-960RL Other device Micro DB-15 DB-25 Shield Shield N.C. N.C. N.C. N.C. N.C. N.C. VCHG VCHG 12-volt charger input...
  • Page 45 Figure 7. Pigtail micro DB-15-to-DB-25 adapter cable (w/o charging jack), P/N 21019-001 PTC-960RL Other device Micro DB-15 DB-25 VCHG VCHG RING RING N.C. N.C. N.C. N.C. N.C. N.C. Shield Shield...
  • Page 46 Figure 8. Micro DB-15-to-DB-9 adapter cable, P/N 21146-000 PTC-960RL IBM PC/AT Micro DB-15 DB-9 Shield Shield...
  • Page 47 Figure 9. Clone cable, P/N 21018-001 PTC-960RL A PTC-960RL B Shield Shield...
  • Page 48 Figure 10. PTC-to-1/2 duplex modem cable, P/N 10124-0X1 PTC-960RL Modem/Type I (1/2 Duplex) -5 VDC...
  • Page 49 Figure 11. PTC-to-full duplex modem cable, P/N 10124-0X2 PTC-960RL Modem/Type II (Full Duplex) -5 VDC...
  • Page 50 Figure 12. PTC-to-host (DTE) cable, P/N 10124-0X3 PTC-960RL Host/Type III (Full or 1/2 Duplex) -5 VDC...
  • Page 51 Figure 13. PTC-to-IBM PC/AT download cable, P/N 13656-3X3 PTC-960RL IBM PC/AT -5 VDC...
  • Page 52 Figure 14. PTC-to-IBM PC/XT download cable, P/N 10582-XX0 PTC-960RL IBM PC/XT Female (000)/Male (110) -5 VDC...

  • Page 53: Glossary

    The transport of encoded information from one point communication to another. DATASPAN Telxon’s spread spectrum radio. Data communications equipment. A device that controls and converts incoming data or communication. For example, a modem. display The screen on the front of the PTC. It is used to show...
  • Page 54 Data set ready signal. The modem sends DSR to the attached device to indicate that the modem is connected, on, and ready. Data terminal equipment. A device comprising the data source. For example, the host computer. Data terminal ready signal. The signal sent by the terminal device to the modem to indicate that the terminal is ready for transmission.
  • Page 55 I/O port Input/output port. The location on a PTC where RS-232-compatible accessories are attached. Also, the point through which the PTC sends and receives transmission signals. keyboard overlay The plastic label that lies on top of the PTC keyboard, identifying the function key definitions. laser scanner A type of bar-code reader that uses a beam of laser light.
  • Page 56 RF signal over a wide range of frequencies for transmission; it then “despreads” the signal to the original frequency range at the receiver. TCAL Telxon Common Application Language. Telxon’s proprietary programming language for PTCs. two-way Exchange of information between two devices. After...

  • Page 57: Index

    19, 36 Caps Lock Enabled icon, installing, 14, 33 Charging the battery pack, removing, Charging LED, 15, 18 Autodiscrimination between bar Checking the PTC-960RL, codes, Cleaning the PTC-960RL, 29-30 Automatic off, Clock, Automatic return at on, Communicating data, 13, 25-27...
  • Page 58 Good Scan LED, 18, 24 LEDs Charging, 15, 18 Good Scan, 18, 24 Scanning, 18, 23 Handling the PTC-960RL, 28-29 Low Battery icon, 15, 18 Handstrap bracket, removing from PTC, Host computer Maintaining the PTC-960RL, 28-30 communication,...
  • Page 59 Operating temperature, 28, 36 general, Optical communication cradle Removing an alkaline battery, See SC-960RL Removing the battery pack, Optical coupler, RF Out of Range icon, Overview of the PTC-960RL, 12-13 Safety information, 9-10 Packing material SC-960RL saving, using, 26-27 Part numbers,...
  • Page 60 Troubleshooting, 34-35 Turning on the PTC-960RL, Unpacking the PTC-960RL,...
  • Page 61 !21568-701-02! Telxon Corporation/3330 West Market Street, Akron, Ohio 44334/330-867-3700/800-800-8001 Part No. 21568-701-02 Printed in U.S.A.

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